Justin Thomas hires Jim 'Bones' Mackay to be full-time caddie By BOB HARIG September 30, 2021, 11:29 AM Justin Thomas has lured Jim "Bones'' Mackay away from his full-time broadcasting job to be his full-time caddie. Goodbye, Dallas; hello, Johannesburg. His player was still relevant, money was coming in, and they were solid pals. Austin Johnson is the caddie and brother of Dustin Johnson. Id call it an exclamation point, he said, because (if it hadnt have happened), I was going to be OK with everything. When a player and a caddie pair up like this for this many years, you know they have something working right. Meet the U.S. and International teams, Star leaderboard, big money and LIV Golf: The biggest storylines for Sunday at the Tour Championship, Wall-to-Wall Equipment: Justin Thomas' surprise playoff gear change. So it will be interesting to see how the duo go about doing their business this season. https://golfweek.usatoday.com/2020/08/01/justin-thomas-jim-bones-mackay-caddie-phil-mickelson-pairing/, Mexico, Caribbean, Atlantic islands, Central America, Top 50 Classic Courses in Great Britain & Ireland, Top 50 Modern Courses in Great Britain & Ireland, Jim 'Bones' Mackay to caddie for Justin Thomas at WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational, Father Thomas takes over son Justin's bag when caddie can't finish round, Jim 'Bones' Mackay to caddie for Matthew Fitzpatrick next two weeks, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. That's typically when a player thinks about a shake-up, which puts three constituencies in peril: swing coach, caddie and management. Instagram. Thomas had a particularly strong outing in the third round. 1:00. his Bachelors degree in mass media. One video captured during a Players Championship practice round put that on display when he tossed a golf ball from the 17th tee box onto the green, a hurl of some 400 feet. They generally receive 10% of the total prize money won by the golfers, and this might be the equation Justin Thomas and Jimmy Johnson have worked around. It was not an easy thing, but Jimmy adjusted. Jimmy Johnson Payout at PGA Tours 2020 ($382,851) : Jimmy Johnson currently golf caddie of (Justin Thomas) earn big money this year. PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions, and the Swinging Golfer design are registered trademarks. "I have nothing but respect for Jimmy and his wife Jen and I'll always appreciate all the success and times we had together, I wish him all the best.". Johnson plays an important role in Thomas' success, so he's compensated well. Tucker and Dechambaue have had a bit of an on and off relationship, and Tucker left the bag for about two years at one point. Thomas has lured Jim "Bones" Mackay out of TV, to which he had moved in 2017 after a 25-year run with Phil Mickelson. DIVE DEEPER Finaus open gig may have been the hottest spot for free agent caddies, but it turns out that its not even the highest-profile caddie change of the week. If you are in the Dallas areagive me a call. Xander Schauffele on future of PGA's powerplay events: "I'm always for a cut! The 27-year-old has had quite a successful career in professional golf so far, and hes made sure to spread the love. "I think caddies are quite an optimistic bunch. Scott was on Watson's bag for 15 years, 12 PGA Tour wins and two Masters. It is with fond memories that we recall the time that you stopped by the Lewisville Hospital and our new home with Jennifer and Don when Dustin was born. On Saturday, Thomas fired a 4-under 66 to sit alone in fifth place at 8-under 202 and four strokes off the lead held by Brendon Todd at the World Golf Championships-FedEx St. Jude Invitational. "Then he can carry his own (expletive)bag," he said with a laugh. FootJoy Fuel Golf Shoes Review: "A fresh, sporty, athletic new look from FJ", PXG Xtreme Golf Ball Review: "A superb first entry into the golf ball market". It was estimated that Jimmy Johnson earned $500,000 in 2020. Justin Thomass Golf Closet Is Laughably Full of Polo Shirts. Thomas's dad, Mike, is his swing coach and ain't going anywhere. Mackay spent 25 years as Phil Mickelsons caddie before transitioning to NBC Sports/Golf Channel in 2017. Most successful professional golfers are going to have no issues with paying their caddies quite a bit of money. Terry Walker has been caddying for over a decade, and he is currently working for Andrew Landry. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Editor at Ghanafuo.com! What is your greatest golf memory? Hi Jimmy, Watching Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus walk across the bridge on 18 at St. Andrews for the last time as players. | RoboTest, Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard. Justin Thomas has lured Jim "Bones'' Mackay away from his full-time broadcasting job to be his full-time caddie. Follow Jim McCabe on Twitter. Privacy Policy. The drama Friday at the Genesis Invitational wasnt unfolding at the top of the leaderboard. REVEALED: The true figures from LIV Golf's U.S. TV debut. Considered one of the elder statesmen among caddies, Johnson began his career in 1995. ADVERTISEMENT. It takes a special person to caddie for Bryson Dechambeau. Jack Nicklaus, Favorite city to visit? Are They Forgiving for High Handicappers? Currently, he is working with Webb Simpson, but this is not his first gig on tour. But when I first heard the news, I was shocked. Cassell is not new to the world of professional golf; he has worked for Dufner, Horschel, and Aaron Baddely, to name a few. He told Insider: If the player misses the cut, the caddie still has to get a paycheck because the caddie pays for all of his own expenses airfare, hotel, car, food, all of it If the guy makes the cut, the standard is 10-7-5 10% for a win, 7% for a top 10, 5% for everything else. The 2020 NASCAR Cup Series season is supposed to be Jimmie Johnson's last before the seven-time champion retires from racing full time.. Mackay, 56, stepped in to caddie for Thomas when Johnson was injured at the 2018 Sony Open and filled in again in 2020, starting at the Memorial and WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational, an event. Hayes has stayed at the top of the caddie earning charts for a number of years. At the Christmas break, he said he wasnt going (back to Texas) so I asked him to come up to Zimbabwe with me. Moreover, he also said that it was Jimmys decision, and he has not fired him. Not just any caddie, of course, but Jim Bones Mackay, one of the most successful caddies in PGA Tour history. 15 Richest Golf Caddies Of All Time A Look At Golfs Best Caddies Tour Edge Hot Launch Mens HL3 To-Go Complete Golf Set Review Are What Is A Handicap In Golf How To Get One For Beginners & Complete 15 Richest Golf Caddies Of All Time A Look At Golfs Best Caddies, Callaway Men's Strata Plus Complete Golf Set (14-Piece), Nikon Coolshot Pro Stabilized Golf Rangefinder, Best Golf Cart Batteries 2023 For Longevity, Performance, & Affordability, Chris Kirk ends eight-year title drought with Honda Classic victory Weekend Roundup, Denny McCarthy Net Worth 2023 Bio, Wife, Career, WITB, Caddie, House, Family, J.J. Spaun Net Worth 2023 Bio, Wife, Career, WITB, Caddie, House, Family. One of those was Justin Thomas' caddie, Jimmy Johnson, who is said to have earned in excess of $500,000. Mackay filled in again in 2020, when Johnson was injured, atthe WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational, which Thomas won by three strokes, as well as at the PGA Championship and throughout the FedExCup playoffs. So thats what hes trying to fix so that he can get himself better first and foremost, and then caddying is just a bonus.. I love to caddie and I loved my role with NBC/Golf Channel," Mackay said, "but its Justin Thomas.". Enter Thomas, who was 22 when he hired Johnson in June of 15. Johnson began caddying full time, looping for Nick Price. By 1996, though, Price knew that Johnson going to call it quits and that Medlins advice, offered late in the year, was worth exploring. The highlight to Johnsons Sunshine Tour career came with a victory in the 1991 Bastille Players Tournament at Paarl Golf Club in Western Cape. NEWS; . He did, bouncing around from Michelle Wie to Adam Scott, back to Price, over to assorted others. Jimmie Johnson, 47, a seven-time NASCAR champion, told The Associated Press on Monday that he's retiring from full-time racing but has no idea which opportunities he'll pursue next. He told me, Nick, get JJ (Jimmy Johnson) to caddie for you, said Price. His back went out last week and its been really painful for him this week, Simpson said. And if they're successful, they'll gain a solid enough reputation to get another bag when he fires them. This is a caddy player relationship that will probably last for many more years. Johnson will be replaced by Jim Mackay, who caddied for him in 2018 at the Sony Open and in the summer of 2020, working for Thomas during his win at the WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational. Crane has a very impressive golf career and caddying career. 1 in the world, and the 2017 FedExCup title. Your old partner from the Milion Dollar spotting in the 1990s, David Burd. Marc Kelly is the caddie for Marc Leishman. JT said he will be using. Take the time to fully recover. You can read about those travels here and catch his latest thoughts on the Drop Zone Podcast: Apple | Spotify | Stitcher | iHeart | PodBean, GOLF.com and GOLF Magazine are published by EB GOLF MEDIA LLC, a division of 8AM GOLF, Justin Thomas is changing caddies and hiring a familiar face. He won the tournament with his caddie, Jimmy Johnson, manning his bag. I started calling him strawberries and cream because he was white, red, white, like a strawberry parfait, Finau said. Smaller fields, no cut for '24 designated events, How 1994 has played out again nearly 30 years later, The .500 rule is coming to D-I women's golf, Tiger's cut drama highlights Tour conundrum, Tiger apologizes for handing JT a tampon in R1, Tiger with phenomenal finish, quick turnaround. Bio. The tournament is open to any players age 13-19 who meet the eligibility requirements and are not yet affiliated with a college golf team. According to Insider, former caddie Michael Collins said the winning caddie from the Players Championship can expect to make $270,000. Thomas faithful caddie has also profited from the golfers success while playing a vital component in it as well. You can check out the entire report here. In short, Watson is better equipped for life without Scott than might have been thought possible even recently. 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There are players who want a friend on the bag, or a proxy psychologist or simply someone to blame. It may melt you. 2023Amazon Associates Program. Pro, College & Broadcasting HOF. With a net worth of $30 million, Thomas partnership with Johnson has been lucrative. Johnson is retiring from racing full-time in NASCAR when the 2020 season ends in November. For most of his time as a Tour star, Watson has seemed ill at ease, in public, over the ball and in his own skin. However, caddies dont make quite as much as the professionals; they certainly get their fair cut of every great tournament. Most golfers will admit that without their caddy, they would be in a very difficult position. So it will be interesting to see how the duo go about doing their business this season. On Wednesday in Memphis, Golf Channel reported that retired caddie Jim Bones Mackay will take over until Johnson is feeling better after experiencing dizzy spells. After lots of work and plenty of networking, Walker finally made it. Justin Thomas clarifies the reason for his split with Jimmy Johnson, Brooks Koepka and Fiancee Jena Sims Talk About Their Interesting Relationship in New Podcast Episode. Mackay will continue to work as an on-course reporter for NBC Sports/Golf Channel when his schedule allows, including next weeks Tour stopin Las Vegas, but he said the draw to caddie for the world No. Thomas and Johnson had been. We struck up a friendship when he first got over here, said Nick Price, the Zimbabwean who was just digging in as a professional golfer in the late 1970s. It didnt take long for the success, and the emotions, to flow their way. Johnson worked for Charles Howell, Steve Stricker, Nick Price, and Adam Scott. "I 100% did not fire him, as Jimmy came to me after the Ryder Cup and told me he has decided to pursue other opportunities. Caddies are the ultimate player support staff. Yesterday, Justin Thomas and his caddie Jimmy Johnson decided to part ways after a successful six-year partnership. When Webb Simpson won the 2018 Players, Championship Tesori was on the bag. Pro Football Hall of Famer Jimmy Johnson is a FOX NFL SUNDAY analyst alongside hosts Curt Menefee and Terry Bradshaw and analysts Howie Long and Michael Strahan. Jim McCabe has covered golf since 1995, writing for The Boston Globe, Golfweek Magazine, and PGATOUR.COM. According to Insider, former caddie Michael Collins said the winning caddie from the Players Championship can expect to make $270,000. Thomas was at pains to stress that he didn't fire Johnson, who has been at his side since his rookie year in 2015. Simpson said it doesnt look good for Tesori to be able to work at the PGA Championship next week. 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